A place where neurodiverse Individuals Belong

Providing social and recreational opportunities for neurodiverse persons to interact and engage in activities together with the wider community.

Who We are

We are a small 501(c)(3) non-profit farm in Petaluma, CA, in Sonoma County, that is maintained by individuals with developmental disabilities, their families and supporters.

Our Mission

  • Provide community integration opportunities

  • Encourage engagement in social activities

  • Promote participation in group tasks that foster collaboration & friendships

  • Provide supportive hands-on learning experiences

our approach

Presuming Competence

Presuming competence means accepting that it is a given that the person is whole, is intelligent, has thoughts, desires and opinions. The person should be included in decision making and afforded the same opportunities to socialize, learn and participate in activities that are meaningful to them.

We believe in presuming the competence of our community members.

We believe that they are people first – whole people with thoughts, opinions, emotions and ideas.

We believe that they should not be defined solely by their disability. We are certain of our community member’s intelligence even if their bodies do not cooperate very well (whole body apraxia).

We believe that our community members should be included in making decisions about their own lives.

We believe that they have the right to communicate in the way that works for them.

We believe that by providing opportunities to participate, learn and socialize, their lives are enhanced.

our purpose

Our Purpose

What We Do

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